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… ? Campylobacter is a bacteria that infects the intestinal tract. Very rarely, it can also infect the blood stream. … regular hand washing, which can protect you from many infections including Campylobacter . If you have diarrhea or … from other children until their parents pick them up. Adults should supervise children in a daycare to ensure …
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… arthritis and damage to the cells lining the intestinal tract. This damage may cause your body to have trouble … absorbing nutrients. These types of severe or prolonged infections are rare. How is giardiasis diagnosed and … so you may have to submit more than 1 sample. Some Giardia infections get better without treatment. Your health care …
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… bacteria called Escherichia coli . It affects the digestive tract and, in serious cases, the kidneys. There are many … is contaminated with human or animal sewage can also cause infections. E. coli can also be transmitted from a sick …
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… and those who have had cancer treatment may get serious infections. Young children and the elderly may be at greater … all times. See HealthlinkBC File #56 Preventing water-borne infections for people with weakened immune systems Do not …
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… Travel immunizations for adults Last updated April 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … hemisphere. It runs year-round in tropical regions. Adults usually receive one dose of the vaccine. Sometimes … advice for travellers (#41a) Travel immunizations for adults (#41c) Travelling with children (#41d) Traveller's …
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… Hearing loss in adults Last updated March 13, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … of the world around us. Nearly 1 out of every 4 Canadian adults report some level of hearing loss or hearing … or both ears. The most common causes are viral or bacterial infections, medications that harm the sensory cells in the …
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… Healthy snacks for adults Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File … snack Practice being mindful when you snack by removing distractions and paying attention to hunger and fullness cues. … stressed, emotional or tired Eat slowly and without distractions. Put electronics away and focus on enjoying your …
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… Group A streptococcal infections Last updated March 1, 2013 HealthLink BC File … Spanish Document Vietnamese What are Group A streptococcal infections? Group A Streptococcus bacteria, also known as … result in TSS. It is more common in children, older adults, those with chickenpox, people with diabetes, chronic …
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… 1, 2016 HealthLink BC File number 08j Sexually Transmitted Infections Series Download PDF Document English Document … of yeast in the vagina. What causes vaginal yeast infections? Vaginal yeast infections can be caused by many factors, some of which …
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… is hepatitis B virus infection? There are very few new HBV infections each year due to B.C.’s routine infant, … adult immunization programs. Most chronic (long term) HBV infections occur in people who were born in countries with … learn how to prevent the spread of HBV. If infected, most adults will clear the virus within 6 months and recover …
